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Being God's People In The Last Days Series

Contributed by Guy Caley on May 5, 2006

6th in the series "Left Behind: 1 & 2 Thessalonians." Focus is on how we should live in the last days, Honoring Spiritual Authority, Accountability, Spirituality, etc.

Being God’s People in the Last days Text 1 Thes 5:12-22 In the last passage we read the message was the Lord’s return, and our need to be ready for it. In that passage we are reminded specifically of the fact that Christ died so we could have eternal life. In that context now we see that as the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:12-22

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"Things Are Not Always As They Appear.”

Contributed by Paul Weidner on Jan 17, 2004

Our lives are turned upside down at times and things are not as they appear to be.

This morning’s reading from the gospel of John details a very familiar story, the wedding at Cana. But as I have done in the past with many of our scripture readings, I ask you to travel back to this wedding feast to see exactly why it so important to us. But before we can put ourselves among the ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-11

Denomination: Methodist

Standing On New Ground

Contributed by Lynn Floyd on Mar 24, 2002

When you find yourself standing on new ground (change/transition) here are some things you need to remember.

Standing On New Ground (This sermon was preached the day before we constituted as a new church) Intro: Show a clip from the Wizard of OZ where Dorothy and Todo are whisked away by the tornado. Stop the clip after she says, "We’re not in Kansas anymore." Transition: Sometimes we find ourselves ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 8:13-21

Denomination: Baptist

Teach Them To Your Children

Contributed by Jerry Fenter on May 23, 2002

(Father’s Day sermon) The role & responsibility of fathers in teaching their children about God.

Teach Them To Your Children Deut. 11:18-21; 26-28 The role of the father in today’s family isn’t the same as it was in earlier generations. A survey conducted by Child magazine and reported in the 3/93 issue found more fathers today taking part in child-raising than those of a generation ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 11:18-28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Perez: A Testament Of God's Grace Series

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Dec 6, 2006

Through the story of Perez, we learn how God loves to bring beauty out of our stupidity.

Have you ever traced your family tree back as far as you can? It’s interesting to find out where your ancestors came from and what they were like. That information may help explain why you are the way you are. During this Advent season we will take a look at Jesus’ genealogy and see what his ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 38:1-30

Denomination: Lutheran

Funeral For Elderly Lady

Contributed by Michael Bolin on Jan 31, 2010

funeral for elderly lady who was a member of the church for 74 years

On behalf of the family, I would like thank all that are here today, as we come to celebrate the life of Thelma Waggle and recognize all that she has meant to us and done for us…..as well as celebrate her eternal inheritance that was given to her when she accepted the eternal promise of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-9

Denomination: United Methodist

The Grandparents Bible Series

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Jul 12, 2011

When it comes to religious instruction and example we can see that Jacob gave his grandson’s four important things to remember him by and to help point his grandchildren to the true and living God. You and I can do the same thing today for our Grandchild

The Grandparents Bible Text: Gen. 48 Developed from the study by Ruth & Elmer Towns http://elmertowns.com/books/unpublished/Grandparents/GrandparentsoftheBible%5BETowns%5D.pdf Illustration: A few years ago there was a cartoon that showed a little child stumbling over some stones in the road. ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 48:1-22, Genesis 48:1

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Life Of Abraham, Part 3: Lot Is Not The Heir. Series

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Feb 6, 2014

Lot makes the wrong choice and sells out his inheritance for the promised riches of this world

The Life of Abraham, Part 3: Lot is not the Heir. Genesis 13:1-18 Introduction In the last lesson, we left Abram heading back to the desert, having been expelled from Egypt with all he possessed. And we can see from the beginning of the text today that Abram managed to spoil the Egyptians in much ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 13:1-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

New Heart

Contributed by Perry Greene on Jan 18, 2017

Funeral Service for 66 year old faithful Christian lady who endured a heart transplant.

Song ________________ Family Enters Welcome We were all shocked to hear of the passing of Debbie. We knew she had been battling her condition for some time but she was home and seemed to be doing relatively well. We have gathered here, as is our custom, to conduct a service to remember Debbie; to ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 36:25-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Loyal Love - Ruth And Neomi

Contributed by Samuel Young on Mar 11, 2021

Taking the story of Neomi and Ruth the sermon introduces Loyal Love - a love that is consistent and long lasting. Then it gives a twist into Psalms 23. This was preached as a Valentine sermon.

Scripture: But Ruth replied, “Don’t ask me to leave you and turn back. Wherever you go, I will go; wherever you live, I will live. Your people will be my people, and you God will be my God. – Ruth 1:16 -- Greetings -- Yesterday was Chinese New Year. So happy Chinese New Year. It is a time to ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:6, Ruth 1:16-17, Psalm 22:3, Ruth 4:17

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Lessons From A Dad

Contributed by Jeffrey Dillinger on Jun 22, 2020

How do you parent adult children? Jesus tells us about a father who had 2 sons (we often talk about the prodigal son), but in the story we learn how our Father In Heaven parents us adult kids.

Lessons From A Dad (Luke 15:11-32) Intro: A. Next year Joshua plans to get married. Our youngest child will join the ranks of his siblings and be married. Our nest will officially be empty. But does that mean I stop being a dad to our four kids or a good father-in-law to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Fair Weather Christians Series

Contributed by Paul Wallace on Mar 25, 2009

Like fair weather friends, fair weather Christians only serve God when the going is easy.

Fair Weather Christians Job 2 (Series: Serving God in Difficult Times) Has anyone heard the phrase “Fair Weather Friend”? Can you tell me what it means? OK lets apply it to Christians walk with the Lord. What do you think a fair weather Christian would be? Lets examine the second chapter in ...read more

Scripture: Job 2:1-13

Denomination: Wesleyan

Building Homes Series

Contributed by Kyle Sullivan on Jun 10, 2010

What is the Church?

What kind of Church will Calvary Be? Therefore: "What is a Church?"—How would you define a Church? A biblical picture or a photograph of a church is: A church that God can honor. A church that God can use. A people that God can bless. Ephesians 2:19-22 “Consequently, you are no ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:19-22

Denomination: Baptist

Life Under Different Opinions Series

Contributed by Peter Naveen Saketi on Aug 24, 2021

Without our knowledge, we adopt to live our lives based on the opinions of people. But is that what we are supposed to be?

Jesus asked His disciples in Matthew 16:13 - 19 What do people think about me? In other words.... 1. People's opinions about us: It is good to build our testimony among people and measure our lives as per the standard of social life. But do not be bound by the opinions of people. Which ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:27-30, Matthew 16:13-19

Your Home A Strengthening Place: Daily Time With The Kids Series

Contributed by Kent Kessler on Aug 30, 2007

THERE IS NO PLACE LIKE HOME! AND WE WANT OUR GOD TO KNOW IT, OUR WIFE/HUSBAND TO KNOW IT, AND OUR KIDS TO KNOW IT. BUT IT TAKES TIME WITH EACH OF THESE DAILY TO SEE RESULTS! There is no place like home. Our homes need to be a strengthening place for our k

NO PLACE LIKE HOME Your Home A Strengthening Space Daily Affirming Time for You & Your Mate & Your Kids Ephesians 6:4 Here is a SIGN that was posted on a BATHROOM DOOR Attention Everyone: The Bathroom Door is Closed! Please do not stand there and talk, whine or ask questions. Wait until I get ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:1-4

Denomination: Methodist